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#4 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 1% of private schools

Gems World Academy Chicago

School

350 E S WATER ST, Chicago, IL 60601

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#4 of 716

In Chicago

#3 of 162

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About Gems World Academy Chicago

Gems World Academy Chicago is a private school in Chicago, IL. Gems World Academy Chicago serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gems World Academy Chicago has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares2.9 pts above IL schools

9.1

This school 9.1 · Excellent
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 6.1:1 students to teachers, Gems World Academy Chicago sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Gems World Academy Chicago is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Gems World Academy Chicago compares to 632 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.1:1

This School

15.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

327

This School

517

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

9.1

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 38.5% vs 0%

Black 15.3% vs 0%

Asian 13.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.7% vs 0%

Gems World Academy Chicago Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Gems World Academy Chicago (this school)	—	327	6.1:1	9.1
YCCS-Innovations of Arts Integr	0.5 mi	502	50.2:1	6.3
Noble St Chtr-Muchin College Prep	0.5 mi	944	17.8:1	6.9
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School	0.7 mi	699	11.1:1	4.9
Jones College Prep High School	1.0 mi	1,973	16.7:1	8.8
Ogden Elem School	1.1 mi	907	226.8:1	3.4
Salazar Elem Bilingual Center	1.3 mi	366	14.1:1	4.8
Payton College Preparatory HS	1.3 mi	1,265	14.9:1	9.4
South Loop Elem School	1.5 mi	840	16.8:1	6.6
Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center	1.6 mi	359	13.3:1	5.9
Manierre Elem School	1.8 mi	288	13.1:1	5.0
Skinner North Elem Sch	1.8 mi	512	17.1:1	9.3
Skinner Elem School	2.0 mi	1,049	16.7:1	8.7
Noble St Chtr-The Noble Academy	2.0 mi	537	14.1:1	6.1
Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd	2.1 mi	532	13:1	7.9
Ogden Int High School	2.1 mi	512	4.7:1	5.6
LaSalle Elem Language Academy	2.1 mi	483	12.1:1	6.7
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus	2.1 mi	334	—:1	5.4
Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep	2.2 mi	607	13.8:1	7.4
Chicago World Language Academy	2.3 mi	453	13.3:1	5.8
Smyth J Elem School	2.3 mi	366	11.1:1	5.6

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention

A 9.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,267.2

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 74%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 327

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 38.5%

Two or More 26.3%

Black 15.3%

Asian 13.1%

Hispanic 6.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

350 E S WATER ST, Chicago, IL 60601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gems World Academy Chicago may also want to explore other schools in the area. Payton College Preparatory HS (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jones College Prep High School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO LOWER (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT MAGNIFICENT MILE Chicago	0.4 mi	18	—
Noble St Chtr-Muchin College Prep Chicago	0.5 mi	944	6.9
YCCS-Innovations of Arts Integr Chicago	0.5 mi	502	6.3
GCE LAB SCHOOL Chicago	0.6 mi	50	7.3
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School Chicago	0.7 mi	699	4.9
FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago	0.8 mi	764	6.6
Jones College Prep High School Chicago	1.0 mi	1,973	8.8
Ogden Elem School Chicago	1.1 mi	907	3.4
SOUTH LOOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago	1.2 mi	30	7.4
Salazar Elem Bilingual Center Chicago	1.3 mi	366	4.8
GOLD COAST PREP (FORMERLY CHICAGO GRAMMAR SCHOOL) Chicago	1.3 mi	22	—
Payton College Preparatory HS Chicago	1.3 mi	1,265	9.4
South Loop Elem School Chicago	1.5 mi	840	6.6
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago	1.5 mi	432	5.6
OLD ST MARYS SCHOOL Chicago	1.7 mi	421	7.6
LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO LOWER Chicago	1.7 mi	315	8.6
Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center Chicago	1.6 mi	359	5.9
FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago	1.4 mi	764	6.7
CATHERINE COOK SCHOOL Chicago	1.7 mi	418	6.7
THE LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO Chicago	1.8 mi	1,126	7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,323

Median Home Value

$495,400

Median Rent

$2,451/mo

Population

16,292

College Educated

85.6%

Homeownership

27%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

33.5

Similar Schools

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BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL	283	8.8
CHICAGO WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago, IL	238	8.8
PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett, IL	250	8.3
PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett, IL	265	8.3
ROYCEMORE SCHOOL Evanston, IL	217	8.3
BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL	250	7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gems World Academy Chicago

What grades does Gems World Academy Chicago serve?

Gems World Academy Chicago serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Gems World Academy Chicago?

Gems World Academy Chicago has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gems World Academy Chicago?

The student-teacher ratio at Gems World Academy Chicago is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Gems World Academy Chicago rank in IL?

Gems World Academy Chicago ranks #4 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Gems World Academy Chicago's MySchoolScout rating?

Gems World Academy Chicago has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Gems World Academy Chicago a private school?

Yes, Gems World Academy Chicago is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Gems World Academy Chicago a religious school?

No, Gems World Academy Chicago is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 82 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 327
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 53
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cook County
Phone: (312) 809-8908

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